Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Chicken:
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and place them in a greased baking dish.
- Make Garlic Brown Sugar Mixture:
- In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, brown sugar, olive oil, paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix until it forms a paste.
- Coat Chicken:
- Rub the garlic brown sugar mixture over each chicken breast, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Bake in the Oven:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Broil for Crispy Top:
- If desired, you can broil the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end to get a crispy top.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
- Slice and Enjoy:
- Slice the Baked Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken and serve it with your favorite side dishes. The combination of garlic, brown sugar, and herbs creates a flavorful and delicious coating for the chicken.
This dish is simple to prepare, yet it offers a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that are sure to please your taste buds.